A former housing officer, who worked under President George H.W. Bush, has claimed that wealthy individuals have invested years into constructing a secret underground “city” for emergencies. Katherine Austin Fitz, who was the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from 1989 to 1990, made this surprising assertion during an appearance on Tucker Carlson’s podcast, although no solid evidence supports her statement.
Fitz, now 74 and from Philadelphia, referenced a study by economist Mark Skidmore from Michigan State University, which revealed $21 trillion in unauthorized spending in defense and housing from 1998 to 2015. Skidmore previously mentioned that the Army reported $6.5 trillion in unsupported adjustments.
Fitz believes this massive amount funded the construction of underground bases and infrastructure hidden from the public eye. “In the course of my research on where this money has gone, I’ve seen a significant number of underground facilities and perhaps a transport network linking them,” she explained. According to her, evidence suggests there are at least 170 secret facilities across the U.S., with some potentially located underwater.
“Our estimate is 170, and we think there are transportation networks connecting them,” she added, making it clear that the findings are based on speculation. When Carlson pressed about the intent behind these bases, Fitz suggested they might be intended for use during significant events. She also implied that these facilities could support classified government projects, including secret space programs.
Interestingly, Carlson remarked that he assumed such installations existed only in Washington, D.C., and expressed skepticism about how such vast operations could occur without widespread awareness. He believed they might relate to preparations for a nuclear event.
Fitz mentioned she suspects these underground locations are powered by unconventional energy sources, suggesting that the advanced technology could explain the rapid movement of certain crafts observed around the world. “I’m confident this energy exists; it’s not your typical electricity,” she insisted.
This controversial claim arises shortly after a company based in Virginia unveiled plans for “Aerie,” a luxury bunker costing $300 million for exclusive members. Promising AI-driven medical care and wellness programs, the company aims to establish similar bunkers nationwide, kicking off with Virginia due to its appealing demographic and proximity to D.C. “It’s the richest state per capita,” a spokesperson noted, highlighting its potential for such a venture.
